Off The Shelf 7: The Short Stories of Dorothy Lovell 2: “The Shoe” (read by Alfred Pragnell) (1967)

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Radio Bimshire Presents

Radio Bimshire

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Catch up or listen on-demand with the best of Radio Bimshire - the Voice of the National Library Service, Barbados (https://bit.ly/radiobimshire). Radio Bimshire Presents is a selection of short stories, poetry, history, rare audio clips and humour - the sound of Barbadian heritage. Featuring: Off The Shelf: Readings of Barbadian writing; Standpipe: Memories of Wash Day; Sounds of Freedom: Stories of Emancipation... and much more.

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Off The Shelf 7: The Short Stories of Dorothy Lovell 2: “The Shoe” (read by Alfred Pragnell) (1967)

Radio Bimshire Presents

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Off The Shelf 7: The Short Stories of Dorothy Lovell 2: “The Shoe” (read by Alfred Pragnell) (1967)

"The Shoe" is a captivating mystery by Dorothy Lovell, featuring a young girl who makes a strange and unsettling discovery. Read by Alfred Pragnell, this 1967 broadcast skillfully incorporates elements of Barbadian obeah, bringing a touch of local folklore to the narrative, a particular gift from Dorothy Lovell’s stories. The episode highlights the recent rediscovery and renewed interest in Lovell's compelling work. “This Land is Mine: Barbadian Short Stories” by Dorothy Lovell is now available at the National Library Service and in book and e-book form on Amazon.